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On behalf of the entire AHS community, our greatest sympathies go out
to the victims and families impacted by Monday’s tragic bombings and our
thoughts and prayers are with the Boston community.
Please take a moment to review the following updates:
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AHS Sports Sale Saturday
Upperclassmen
Masquerade
The Quill
Power Lunches
Continue
2013-14 School Calendar
2013 Intersession
2013 Graduation Information
Testing
& Assessment Update
Registration
for 2013-14
AHS Sports Sale Saturday
The 3rd Annual
AHS Sports Sale that will take place on April 20th from 10:00 a.m.–
3:00 p.m. at the Durango Boys and Girls Club. Don’t miss this opportunity to
gear up for summer!
Donations are still being accepted for the Saturday’s Sports Sale. Drop off any type of sports equipment at Animas High School 3206 North Main Avenue during Regular School Hours- Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CLICK
HERE for more info.
Upperclassmen
Masquerade
STAC continues to raise the bar for future year’s
student government efforts with their announcement of Animas High’s Masquerade
Formal. This inaugural event will serve as the Osprey’s classy spin on the
traditional high school prom. Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to attend what
is sure to become a long-standing, annual spring event for upperclassmen at
AHS. The formal ball will take place Friday, April 26, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30
at the Strater Hotel. More details on this an all of student government’s
initiatives can be found by visiting the STAC
Facebook Page.
The Quill
The
Animas Quill is excited to announce publication of the April issue. Click Here to
view the Quill online or stop by campus to pick up a hard copy. The Quill has
also revamped their website. Please take a moment to Check it Out Here!
Power Lunches Continue
SCC: Opportunities in
the Four Corners
Who: Anna Hendricks of the
Southwest Conservation Corps will present the
history of conservation corps and national service as well as give an overview
of SCC programs, highlighting High School Crews for underclassmen and Adult
Crews for graduating seniors. Participants get paid to complete important
conservation projects on public lands while camping,
eating, and exploring the outdoors together.
Join SCC to hone technical and soft work skills, learn about the local
environment, and explore vocations.
When: Thursday, April 18th
Where: 11:30- 12:05 in Nick’s Humanities Room & 12:35-
1:10 in Matt’s Humanities Room
What: Learn about
the history of conservation corps, national service, and paid service
opportunities in the Four Corners. Join us for snacks and conversation!
Questions: Contact
Rachael Sands at 259-3013.
2013-14 School Calendar
The Animas High School
Board of Directors has approved the 2013-14 School Calendar. CLICK HERE
for a digital copy.
2013 Intersession
Animas High School is
excited to announce the launch of our 2013 Intersession Program. The school has
done much work towards the refinement of our summer school programs to better
meet the needs of our student body. Program details and additional information
can be found by visiting AHS’s 2013 Intersession Homepage.
2013 Graduation Information
Testing
& Assessment Update
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All juniors will be taking the Colorado ACT next Tuesday, April 23rd.
The
test will be administered in the Peaks Room at the Durango Recreation
Center. Due to testing on that day, the juniors will be on an alternative
schedule for the remainder of the day. Stay tuned for more details
regarding details...
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Spring NWEA testing will take place for 9th and 10th graders between
Monday, April 22nd and Wednesday, May 8th. Since these
assessments are designed to show growth from Fall to Spring, remind your
students of their importance, and encourage them to do their best!
Registration
and Re-enrollment for 13-14
We’re (almost) full! Enrollment,
registration and waiting list questions or concerns can be forwarded to the AHS
Registrar at enroll@animashighschool.com or contact us via the
school’s Main Office at 970-AHS-AHS4
For the 2012-13 AHS School Calendar and additional
upcoming events, CLICK
HERE
Animas High School Values:
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Rigorous academics, where
all students are prepared for college success
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Culture of excellence, where
students are held to high expectations
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Strong faculty-student
relationships, where students are well known
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Engaging learning, where
students see the relevance of their education
